CO2 Emissions per Capita: Trinidad and Tobago

Analysis# Trinidad and Tobago CO2 Emissions per Capita Trinidad and Tobago's per capita CO2 emissions stood at 19.581 metric tons in 2024, representing a significant decline from its 2010 peak of 31.132 metric tons. Despite this recent improvement, the nation remains well above its 1975 low of 5.763 metric tons. Since 1970, per capita emissions have climbed 180.1%, reflecting the country's energy-intensive economy driven by oil and natural gas production. The most substantial reduction occurred between 2015 and 2024, when emissions fell from 27.235 to 19.581 metric tons—a 28% decrease. The 2020 dip to 21.805 metric tons likely reflects pandemic-related economic slowdown, but the downward trajectory has continued through 2024. This sustained decline suggests potential impacts from efficiency improvements or economic restructuring, positioning the country on a clearer path toward lower-emission levels.